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D'Andre Swift or James ConnerWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?

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Start D'Andre Swift over James Conner in 2026.

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 to James Conner's 11.0, a 2.2 point per game edge. Both play running backs, so that per-game gap is the cleanest tiebreaker for a 2026 start or sit.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better play on a neutral week. 13.2 PPG with 1,386 yards gives a reliable baseline. James Conner at 11.0 PPG is not far behind and could win specific weeks where matchup and game script align. Draft D'Andre Swift higher, but do not fade James Conner entirely.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

RBArizona Cardinals

James Conner

PPG

11.0

Games

Rush Yds

752

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

218

Bye

Week 11

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

James Conner

Head to Head

13.2 PPG11.0 PPG

16 GP14 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 11

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 4 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). James Conner: Unranked RB. Among the top 50 running backs this season, D'Andre Swift is producing at 60% of elite pace and James Conner at 50%. That per-game gap means D'Andre Swift carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

D'Andre Swift vs James Conner: The Full Breakdown

Deciding between D'Andre Swift and James Conner is a common lineup dilemma for fantasy managers. The Chicago Bears running back put up 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games; James Conner of the Arizona Cardinals averaged 11.0 in 14. A 2.2-point margin that could shift on any given week.

The per-game difference of 2.2 points favors D'Andre Swift, though savvy managers know that gap can shrink or widen depending on the weekly slate. Defensive matchup, recent scoring trends, and health status all shift the calculus from one running back to the other.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. D'Andre Swift ran for 1087 yards and 9 touchdowns; James Conner posted 752 and 5. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

Bye weeks matter for roster construction: D'Andre Swift sits Week 10 while James Conner is off Week 11. If you are deciding between the two as a season-long roster hold, the staggered byes actually work in your favor.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. James Conner (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored James Conner by a projected 37 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to James Conner's 14. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•D'Andre Swift caught 34 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs James Conner: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	James Conner
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	11.0
Games Played	16	14
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	154
Rushing Yards	1,087	752
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	53.7
Rushing TDs	9	5
Receptions	34	28
Receiving Yards	299	218
Targets	48	0
Total TDs	10	6
Age	27	-
Experience	5 yrs	-
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 11

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 11.0 for James Conner in 2025. The baseline favors D'Andre Swift, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start D'Andre Swift or James Conner in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to James Conner's 11.0 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

Should I draft D'Andre Swift or James Conner in 2026 fantasy football?▾

D'Andre Swift is the earlier pick. He averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game in 2025 to James Conner's 11.0, a 2.2 point per game edge over a full season. Positional rank, fantasy tier, and bye week are broken down below.

How many fantasy points did D'Andre Swift and James Conner average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. James Conner averaged 11.0 PPG over 14 games. That is a difference of 2.2 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and James Conner's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and James Conner (ARI) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is D'Andre Swift or James Conner a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift outscored James Conner by 2.2 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.